Senior Contract Manager
Grid Infrastructure, Energy & Major Projects A global engineering and technology organization is seeking an experienced
Senior Contract Manager
to support large-scale infrastructure, energy, utility, data center, and electrification projects. This role will serve as a key advisor to business and project teams, helping manage contractual risk, support complex project negotiations, and drive successful project delivery across major capital programs.
This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially focused contracts professional with deep experience supporting EPC, infrastructure, utilities, or energy projects in a fast-paced, international environment.
Key Responsibilities
Identify contractual and commercial risks across major infrastructure and engineering projects and develop practical mitigation strategies.
Advise project teams throughout the full project lifecycle, including bid preparation, tender reviews, contract negotiations, project execution, and dispute resolution.
Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of agreements, including:
EPC and EPCM agreements
Framework agreements
Consortium and joint venture agreements
Procurement and supplier contracts
Settlement agreements
Financial and project support instruments
Support contract strategy and risk management efforts during competitive tender processes.
Partner with project management, procurement, engineering, finance, and commercial teams to ensure alignment on contractual obligations and project objectives.
Promote dispute avoidance and assist project teams with claims management and resolution strategies.
Ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, company policies, and ethical business standards.
Advise on competition law, anti-bribery and corruption requirements, and broader compliance matters.
Participate in internal risk reviews and executive reporting processes, clearly communicating legal and commercial risks.
Collaborate with legal and commercial teams across multiple regions and jurisdictions.
Qualifications
Law degree or equivalent legal qualification.
10+ years of experience within a law firm, corporate legal department, contract management function, or major projects environment.
Significant experience supporting large-scale infrastructure, utilities, energy, engineering, or construction projects.
Strong knowledge of utility-scale EPC contracts and complex project agreements.
Experience supporting projects involving power transmission, grid infrastructure, substations, renewable energy, data centers, transportation, industrial facilities, or related sectors is highly desirable.
Strong commercial judgment and risk assessment capabilities.
Proven ability to negotiate complex contractual arrangements with customers, partners, suppliers, and contractors.
Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and relationship-building skills.
Ability to work effectively under pressure while managing multiple priorities and deadlines.
Fluent English required; additional language skills are a plus.
Willingness to travel as business needs require.
What You'll Gain
Opportunity to support high-profile infrastructure and energy transition projects.
Exposure to complex international contracting and project delivery environments.
Significant interaction with senior leadership, project teams, and global stakeholders.
Career growth within a dynamic and innovative organization focused on large-scale engineering and technology solutions.
Ideal Background
This role is particularly well suited for professionals with experience in:
Energy and utilities
Transmission and distribution projects
EPC/EPCM contracting
Data center development
Renewable energy projects
Construction and infrastructure development
Major capital projects and project finance environments
If you're a strategic contracts professional who enjoys navigating complex project risks while helping deliver critical infrastructure projects, this is an outstanding opportunity to make a meaningful impact.